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Chicken Saute With Vegetables
RATING
4.4/5(65)
TASTE SCORE
8/10
Quick stir-cook of chicken pieces with onion, capsicum, and tomato in a light spice mix.
SERVINGS
2
INGREDIENTS
For 2 servings
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
270
270
CALORIES · 1 KATORI
Protein40g · 59%
Carbs11g · 16%
Fat7g · 23%
Fiber3g
Sugar5g
Saturated fat1g
Cholesterol105mg
Sodium162mg
Potassium607mg
Phosphorus312mg
METHOD · 3 STEPS
Sear the chicken breast until opaque.
- Heat neutral oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breast pieces in a single layer.
- Sear for 4 minutes until the meat turns opaque and lightly browned.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
TIPAvoid overcrowding the pan to ensure the chicken sears rather than steams.Sauté the aromatics and vegetables.
- Add onion to the pan and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the red bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes.
- Add the tomato and cook for another 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in turmeric, smoked paprika, garam masala, and salt for 1 minute.
Combine the chicken with vegetables and finish.
- Return the seared chicken to the pan.
- Toss everything together for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Turn off the heat.
- Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and garnish with chopped cilantro.
TIPAdding lemon juice at the very end preserves its bright acidity and Vitamin C.
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
4 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Cut the chicken and vegetables into similar sizes to ensure they cook evenly.
- 2Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or wok to maintain high heat without burning the spices.
- 3If the spices start to stick, add a tablespoon of water to deglaze the pan.
- 4Prep all vegetables before starting, as the stir-cooking process moves very quickly.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Why this is on our healthy list.
protein
High Lean Protein
Chicken breast provides essential amino acids for muscle maintenance.
immunity
Immune System Support
Bell peppers and lemon provide a significant dose of Vitamin C.
immunity
Anti-inflammatory Properties
Turmeric and ginger contain compounds that help reduce inflammation.
QUESTIONS?
Frequently asked questions
Yes, it is a high-protein, low-calorie dish featuring lean chicken breast and antioxidant-rich vegetables.



